Patiala House Court granted bail to Vinesh Chandel in an ED money laundering case, noting no opposition from the agency. This is notable under PMLA Section 45, where strict twin conditions usually restrict bail unless courts are satisfied on innocence and conduct.
The Delhi High Court asked Arvind Kejriwal to respond to the Enforcement Directorate challenge to his acquittal in cases over alleged non-appearance. The matters arise from the excise policy probe, where the agency has contested relief granted earlier, seeking reconsideration of his acquittal in two related proceedings.
The Supreme Court granted interim bail to former Chhattisgarh minister Kawasi Lakhma, citing long custody, lack of money trail, and a trial involving over 1,100 witnesses. The Court imposed strict conditions, including a ban on entering Chhattisgarh except for court hearings and restrictions on public statements.
